Monday, May 5, 2008

Most pointless gadget of all time

Electric nail files have been deemed the 'Most Pointless Gadget of All Time' in a new survey.

The files, which can be purchased for as much as 205 pounds, are supposed to give to give a perfect shape and smooth finish, reports the Sun of UK.

The survey, however, found that women are just as happy with a manual nail file costing just 2 pounds.

Laser guided scissors, which are supposed to help cut a perfect straight line, are the second most useless item listed in the top 20.

In the poll for review website reevoo.com, electric candles came third while sodastream stood fourth.

Rounding off the top five was foot spa.

The top 20 Most Pointless Gadget of All Time are:

1. Electric nail files 2. Laser guided scissors 3. Electric candles 4. Soda stream 5. Foot spas 6. Fondue set 7. Hair crimpers 8. Egg boiler 9. Electric fluff remover 10. Electric carving knife 11. Trouser press 12. Face steamers 13. Teas made 14. Mini disk player 15. Facial tanners 16. Egg slicer 17. Electric tin openers 18. Yoghurt makers 19. Towel warmer 20.Back scratcher.